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So what I typically do is look up state law cases on westlaw and then pull the index number from the case (usually below the caption) then I login to ecourts in ny or nj and type in the index number. It is a bit easier in NY but it will depend on the type of cases for example family court stuff is usually not efiled. In NJ several types of cases dont get efiled so it may be a challenge. One other idea do a search for "SJ motion" on youe firm server chances are there are at least 10 samplea other attorneys have written you can look at and won't have to reinvent the wheel.
Pacer, if you’re looking for federal briefs. For state courts, you typically have to be barred in that state and register with the clerk to be able to access filings online.
Check to see if you bar offers free search services that include searches for files briefs, motions, etc.
PA is really the wild west for electronic access to filings - outside of Philadelphia and Allegheny counties, you're probably just going to have to call the Prothonotary's office and see if they'll email or fax something to you. All of the appellate courts use PACfile, but I think that restricts viewing most filings to case participants
Does your firm use file & servexpress for any of its dockets? You could search those case dockets for served motions etc.